The Stampede Sporting Complex is a favorite spot for locals, with two softball fields and a batting cage as well as concessions stands. The Slowey's Corner Store has been in business since the early 1900s and provides groceries, general merchandise, hardware supplies, and more. Other local businesses include the Silex Filling Station Cafe & Grill which serves breakfast all day as well as lunch and dinner entrees; The Silex Bar & Grill which offers delicious American fare; and the nearby New Hope Winery with its tasting room open on weekends.
Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy fishing or boating on Mark Twain Lake or hunting at one of the many state parks nearby such as Mark Twain State Park or Cuiver Wildlife Area. Year-round events also include the monthly Farmers Market provided by Silex Community Improvement Association that take place on the first Saturday of each month from April through September; and various car shows held throughout the year including The Great Car Show in October. Finally, there are several youth sports teams available including baseball, softball, football, soccer and cheerleading with games scheduled throughout the summer months.
The population in Silex (zip 63377) is 2,752. There are 21 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Silex (zip 63377) is 47.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Silex (zip 63377) is 3.2, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Silex (zip 63377)
- 65.3% are married
- 16.5% are divorced
- 36.3% are married with children
- 18.8% have children, but are single
Race in Silex (zip 63377)
- 97.3% are White
- 0.1% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 1.5% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.2% Two or more races
- 0.9% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander